Caylyn
Caylyn is a girl baby name. Ranked #13,353 in the US, popular nicknames include Cay, Cayie, and Caylie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Caylyn first appeared in US Social Security records in 1986.
Over 445 babies have been named Caylyn in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Caylyn is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #13,353 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #13,353
- Total SSA Count
- 9
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About the Name Caylyn
Caylyn is a girl name .
Caylyn is currently ranked #13,353 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Caylyn include Cay, Cayie, Caylie, and Cayly. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Caylyn include Caylee, Cayla, Caylani, Cayleigh . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis